Aircraft impact during approach at Kameshli Airport

No fatalities • Kameshli, Syria • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after striking the ground short of the runway threshold while on final approach to Kameshli Airport.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward Kameshli Airport, an aircraft descended below the required altitude. The plane made contact with the terrain approximately 300 meters before reaching the runway threshold. Following this impact, the aircraft caught fire and remained stationary at the site of the accident.

As a result of the collision, the aircraft was completely destroyed. There were seven injuries reported among the occupants, though no fatalities occurred during the event.

Findings

  • The flight path was too low relative to the runway threshold during the approach.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway due to an insufficient approach altitude.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-05-06 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kameshli, Syria?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after striking the ground short of the runway threshold while on final approach to Kameshli Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-05-06 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1961-05-06 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration SU-ALP, operated by United Arab Airlines, at Kameshli, Syria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway due to an insufficient approach altitude.

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